Daily Learning Target(s): By the end of class, students will be able to....

  • analyze text as evidenced by a quiz and reading circle discussion.
  • analyze vocabulary as evidenced by a quiz.
Due Today:
  • Annotations "Because I could not stop for Death" and "I heard a Fly buzz--when I died" for quiz
  • Reading circle books
  • SPEC flashcards

Homework:
  • Due Fri 1/29: Read for reading circles and complete your two responses on binder paper.

Essential Question(s):

  • What are the philosophical assumptions of the American Masters and how do they influence texts?

Important Deadlines/Reminders

  • Be prepared to learn and participate!

‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍‍Agenda
1. Learning Log:
  • Update with DLT, HW, etc.
2. Review "Song of Myself #33"
3. Quiz on Emily Dickenson: "Because I Could Not Stop for Death" and I Heard a Fly Buzz When I Died"
4. Literature Circle Meeting #1:
  • Share your responses to your two questions while your group takes notes.
  • Decide how far to read by next Friday and record on your index card.
  • Copy down your two questions for next meeting (they are on the bottom of Lit Circle #1 handout)